2009 Chevrolet Aveo
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 65 of 169 complaints (38%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (11) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 163 in 2008 to 169 in 2009.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | vs. 2009 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,300–2,400 | 2,300–2,400 | 2,100–2,250 | 2,100–2,250 | 2,150–2,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 26–27 | 26–27 | 28–30 | 28–30 | 28–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23 / 31–33 | 23–24 / 32–34 | 25–27 / 34 | 25–27 / 34–35 | 25–27 / 33–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 329–342 | 329–342 | 296–317 | 296–317 | 306–317 | |
| Complaints filed | 216 | 163 | 169 | 66 | 77 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 25 | 17 | 13 | 8 | 10 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 13 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 25 | 19 | 13 | 8 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo?
Engine: 65 of 169 NHTSA complaints (38%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo get?
EPA rates it 28–30 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo?
EPA estimates $2,100–$2,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 25 mpg (low) | 34 mpg | 28 mpg (low) | $2,250 (high) | 317 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 25 mpg (low) | 34 mpg | 28 mpg (low) | $2,250 (high) | 317 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 27 mpg (high) | 34 mpg | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 296 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg (high) | 34 mpg | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 296 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 65 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 52 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 30 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 17 | 10 | 2 | 11 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID · Campaign 14V460000 · Jul 29, 2014
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Pontiac G3 vehicles. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the valves inside the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, affecting the closing motion of the valves.
Consequence: If the ABS valve corrodes it may result in longer brake pedal travel or reduced performance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, free of charge, in any vehicle that did not have its module replaced under a previous customer satisfaction campaign. The recall began in late September 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac). GM's number for this recall is 14505.